Mechanicsburg, PA is an affluent borough in Cumberland County. It has an array of amenities and attractions that make it a great place to live. According to BestPlaces, Mechanicsburg has a higher than average cost of living, coming in at 105.4 compared to the national average of 100. Despite this cost, Mechanicsburg ranks highly in many other areas including education attainment with 26% of adults having earned a college degree or higher. In addition, Mechanicsburg also ranks high for its low crime rate and its abundance of leisure activities such as golf courses and parks. Overall, Mechanicsburg has consistently been ranked as one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania due to its strong economy, excellent education system, low crime rate, and abundance of recreational activities and attractions.
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